Baraboo, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Baraboo, Wisconsin is 12,506 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 76th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $73,515, the median home value is $201,800, and the median age is 40.2.
The population has grown 8.5% since 2010 (12,074 → 13,096).
12,506
Population
1654
People / sq mi
$73,515
Median Income
$201,800
Median Home Value
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Baraboo covers 7.6 sq mi of land at 1654 people per square mile.
About Baraboo, WI
What sets Baraboo apart is where people work — remote work is unusually rare here, at 7.2% versus 14.0% nationally. With 12,506 residents, Baraboo is a city in Wisconsin.
Median household income is $73,515, below the US median of $78,538. Only 4.0% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $201,800, with typical rent around $926.
Roughly 26.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Just 7.2% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Baraboo city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Baraboo city had a population of 12,074 in 2010 and 13,096 in 2024, a 8.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,096 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.59%.
13,096
Population (2024)
12,074
Population (2010)
13,096
Peak (2024)
0.59%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,074 |
| 2011 | 12,046 |
| 2012 | 11,954 |
| 2013 | 12,042 |
| 2014 | 12,027 |
| 2015 | 12,096 |
| 2016 | 12,113 |
| 2017 | 12,165 |
| 2018 | 12,160 |
| 2019 | 12,165 |
| 2020 | 12,537 |
| 2021 | 12,679 |
| 2022 | 12,651 |
| 2023 | 12,873 |
| 2024 | 13,096 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.2% |
| Black or African American | 1.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$73,515
Median Household Income
$38,863
Per Capita Income
4.0%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$201,800
Median Home Value
$926
Median Rent
66.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.4%
High School+
26.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
77.8%
Public Transit
7.2%
Work From Home
23.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
26.6%
Foreign Born
93.4%
Non-English at Home
8.8%
Veterans
14.6%
With Disability
97.1%
Health Insurance
93.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 18.6% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 14.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.5% |
| Public Administration | 6.3% |
| Information | 5.7% |
| Retail Trade | 4.5% |
| Construction | 3.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Baraboo, Wisconsin has a population of 12,506 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 76th-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Baraboo, Wisconsin is $73,515, with 4.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Baraboo, Wisconsin is $201,800, with median monthly rent at $926 and a homeownership rate of 66.4%.
The median age in Baraboo, Wisconsin is 40.2 years. The population is 49.0% male and 51.0% female.
The population has grown 8.5% since 2010 (12,074 → 13,096).
Baraboo city, WI Climate
Baraboo city, WI has an average annual temperature of 7.1°C (45°F) and receives about 819 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
7.1°C
Avg Temp
819
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -9° / 15° | 26 mm |
| February | -6° / 20° | 26 mm |
| March | 0° / 32° | 55 mm |
| April | 7° / 45° | 76 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 86 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 99 mm |
| July | 21° / 70° | 98 mm |
| August | 20° / 68° | 106 mm |
| September | 16° / 60° | 99 mm |
| October | 9° / 49° | 60 mm |
| November | 1° / 35° | 51 mm |
| December | -6° / 21° | 37 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Baraboo city, WI
The most comfortable months to visit Baraboo city, WI are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -15°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.